Classic Spanish Torrijas by Viureesmenjartgc

Ingredients

• 6 slices brioche bread (2 cm thick)
• 700 ml whole milk
• 300 ml heavy cream
• 3 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 strip orange peel
• 1 strip lemon peel
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1. Combine milk, cream, sugar, cinnamon stick, and citrus peels in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let infuse for 10 minutes.
2. Strain the mixture into a shallow dish and allow it to cool to room temperature until ready to serve.
3. Place the brioche slices into the milk mixture and soak for 2-3 minutes per side until fully saturated but not falling apart.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
5. Dip each soaked bread slice into the beaten eggs, coating thoroughly until ready to serve.
6. Fry the bread slices in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden brown and crisp.
7. Drain on paper towels and serve warm over medium heat until heated through, about 5 min.